SCI 110 Natural Science I
The first semester of a two-semester survey of Natural Science. This course
focuses on the nature of science and major concepts of Physics and Chemistry.
Laboratory work stressing experimentation and measurement will include the
use of computers and electronic sensors. (Three one-hour lectures, one threehour
laboratory. Prereq.: MPG 3)
SCI 111 Natural Science II
The second semester of a two-semester survey of Natural Science. This course
focuses on major concepts of Earth Science and Biology. Laboratory work will
complement lectures and will include the use of computers and electronic sensors.
(Three one-hour lectures, one three-hour laboratory. Prereq.: SCI 110)
BIO 102 The Biological World
The basic concepts of biology pertaining to both plants and animals are
emphasized. The nature of science and the approach used by scientists to
gather and analyze data and propose and test hypotheses are considered.
(Prereq.: MPG 2. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory. Does not apply
to the major or minor)
BIO 103 Human Anatomy and Physiology
A survey of the structure and function of the human body. (Three hours lecture,
three hours laboratory. A student may not receive credit for both BIO 121
and 103. Does not apply to the major or minor. Prereq.: CHM 100 or another
chemistry course strongly recommended. Spring)
BIO 121 Human Biology and Lab
An introduction to basic biological principles with a human perspective and
application. Includes discussion of the molecular and cellular basis of life,
genetics and genetic disease, selected organ systems and disease, and the sustainability
of life on earth. (Three hours lecture, one three-hour lab. A student
may not receive credit for both BIO 121 and 103. Does not apply to the major
or minor in Biology. Students are strongly encouraged to take CHM 100 before
taking this class. Fall and Spring)
BIO 151 Introductory Biology
First of a three-semester sequence. An introduction to biology for science
majors, including cell and molecular biology, energy metabolism, genetics.
BIO
151, 152, and 253 must be taken in sequence except by permission of instructor.
(Three hours of lecture, three hours laboratory, some Saturday field trips.
Prereq: MPG 3 or concurrent registration in MAT 105, concurrent registration
in CHM 105/115. Fall)
BIO 152 Ecology, Evolution, and Diversity
Second of a three-semester introductory sequence. An introduction to evolution,
ecology, and biological diversity for science majors. BIO 151, 152, and
253 must be taken in sequence except by permission of instructor. (Three
hours of lecture, four hours laboratory. Spring)
BIO 253 Introductory Cellular Biology
Third of a three-semester sequence. An introduction to structure and function
in tissues, cells, and subcellular organelles. (Three hours lecture, four hours
laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 151, 152, CHM 106 or 116. Fall)
BIO 351 Invertebrate Zoology
A study of the invertebrate animals stressing classification, morphology, behavior,
life history, and phylogeny. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory.
Prereq.: BIO 151, 152. Fall: alternate years)
BIO 353 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
Comparative anatomy, functional morphology, and evolutionary morphology
of vertebrates. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 151,
152. Spring)
BIO 355 Genetics
Principles of heredity, integrating classical and molecular analysis. (Three
hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253.)
BIO 361 Plant Biology
A survey of the major groups of algae, fungi, and plants, including the study
of structure, physiology, life histories, and phylogeny. (Three hours lecture,
four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 151, 152. Fall)
BIO 369 Biochemistry
An introductory consideration of biological macromolecules and their components,
energetics, and intermediary metabolism and its integration. (Three
hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253, CHM 352. Fall)
BIO 440 Plant Physiology
A consideration of the processes involved in photosynthesis, growth, development,
and water relations in plants including the relationship of process to
structure and life history. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.:
BIO 253. Spring)
BIO 471 Advanced Cellular and Molecular Biology
An examination of mechanisms of molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology,
cell-signaling, cell cycle control, and cellular basics for immunity.
(Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253.)
BIO 473 Animal Physiology
A study of digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, movement, and sensory
perception as well as neural and hormonal control of these functions,
emphasizing vertebrates. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.:
BIO 253, and PHY 116 or 122 strongly ecommended.)
BIO 474 Developmental Biology
A consideration of the physiological and morphological changes that occur
during embryonic development of animals, including genetic control of development.
(Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253.)
BIO 476 Microbiology
An introduction to the study of microorganisms. Environmental, industrial,
and medical issues are discussed, with particular attention paid to human
pathogens. (Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory. Prereq.: BIO 253,
junior standing.)
BIO 481 Ecology
A study of interactions between organisms and the biotic and abiotic environment.
Topics include physiological ecology, energy flow, nutrient cycling, a
survey of biomes, population and community ecology, and conservation.
(Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory, some Saturday field trips. Prereq.:
BIO 253, MPG 4 or MAT 122 or MAT 163 or PSY 215. Fall)
BIO 486 Immunology
This course is a study of the body’s immune defense. The course investigates
the structure and mechanisms of human body’s three lines of immune defense.
Protection from microorganisms and parasites, and cancer surveillance are
considered. The role of immunity in vaccination and transplantation, and
mechanisms of immune malfunction in allergy, autoimmunity, and immunodeficiency
are included. Prerequisite: Bio 369 (Three hours of lecture, four hours
laboratory. Spring)
BIO 491 Seminar (0.0 course)
A weekly meeting of biology majors. Active participation by juniors and
seniors is required, including oral presentations. Guest speakers are often
invited. A noncredit requirement for the major. (Spring)
BIO 495 Special Topics in Biology
Courses covering special topics not otherwise covered by our other course
offerings. Topics may vary.
Internships and Independent Study Courses:
BIO 199 lnternship
See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus,
half credit) on page 95. (Prereq.: BIO 151, 152. P/N only)
BIO 299 Directed Study
BIO 399 Internship
See descriptions for this and other internship options (on-campus, off-campus,
half credit) on page 95. (Prereq.: BIO 253. P/N only)
BIO 499 Independent Study/Research
(Prereq.: BIO 253. P/N only)